Question

the last tapping sound heard when taking the blood pressure is the ____________. systolic pressure pulse pressure diastolic pressure palpated pressure auscultated pressure question 15 1 point which of the following is important in the palpatory method of obtaining blood pressure? note the level of pressure at which the pulse disappears. palpate the brachial artery. place the stethoscope over the brachial pulse point. inflate the cuff to 50 mmhg. increase the pressure by 5 mmhg increments.

Explanation:

When taking blood - pressure using the auscultatory method, the last tapping sound heard is the diastolic pressure. In the palpatory method of obtaining blood - pressure, palpating the brachial artery is an important first step to locate the pulse for further assessment.

Answer:

Question 14: C. diastolic pressure
Question 15: B. Palpate the brachial artery.